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Welcome to the final edition of the
HSF Scholar Chapter E-Newsletter for the
2004-2005 academic year. In each
newsletter you receive a new edition of highlights from
Scholar Chapter events, information on scholarship and
fellowship opportunities, articles by HSF Scholars, and
recent news headlines. HSF Scholar Chapters
are campus organizations that engage students in
academic, leadership, and professional opportunities.
They are open to all students.
Community in Action
César Chávez Commemoration at the
University of Chicago Features Keynote by Edward
James Olmos
The University of Chicago Scholar
Chapter co-sponsored MEChA's 4th Annual César
Chávez
Commemoration event on April 15, 2005. The event
featured a keynote address from Academy Award
nominated actor and activist Edward James Olmos. He
spoke about the challenges that Mexican-Americans
and Latinos face in getting beyond graduation from high
school. The speech was punctuated with his use of
language and Spanish colloquialisms which provided a
comical yet poignant approach that was capable of
appealing to a wide cross-cultural audience. Other
speakers included Juan Mora-Torres, Assistant
Professor of History at DePaul University, and Jesús
García, Director of Little Village Community
Development. They both emphasized the importance of
education and an increased awareness of
Mexican-American history. Performances by Un Baile
Folclórico
and Mariachi Fenix also accompanied the event. The
Scholar Chapter members served at the registration
tables, ushered guests and provided logistical support
as necessary. The evening was very successful and
rewarding for all involved. Click here to
read more about this event in the University of Chicago
student newspaper.
Yale Scholar Chapter Completes a
Full Year of Mentoring at Wilbur Cross High School
The Yale University Scholar Chapter has spent the past
school year working as mentors to students at Wilbur
Cross High School. Throughout the year, Yale Chapter
members would go to Wilbur Cross to assist with
homework assignments, discuss current issues with the
students and guide the students in their preparation for
college. In commemoration of the César Chávez
Holiday, the Yale Chapter members led a presentation
and discussion on the life and contributions of César
Chávez. Many students were not aware of his
contributions to U.S. history and were interested in
discussing the important issues raised. To end the
year, the Yale Scholar Chapter played the 3rd annual
mentors vs. mentees basketball game. The mentors
won the game and remained undefeated for the past
three years. In the words of one mentor, "Perhaps
another year of mentoring might help the kids improve
their basketball skills." Needless to say, the partnership
has been a great experience for the Chapter as well as
the students at Wilbur Cross High School.
UT Scholar Chapter Finishes a
Successful Year of Outreach with "College 102"
Program
Throughout the 2004-2005 school year, the UT Austin
Scholar Chapter has participated in numerous outreach
events. The most recent "College 102" took
place on April 8th, 2005 as a follow-up to the Fall
"College 101" event. In conjunction with the
Hispanic Business Students Association, the UT Scholar
Chapter brought local high school students to campus
for workshops on financial aid and preparing for college.
The students also got a campus tour and had fun
bowling at the end of the day. The UT Chapter has also
done outreach events to high school students and their
families with programs such as "B.I.L.L.S. - Bridges
In Linking Latinos to Success", the Erasing
Borders Conference sponsored by LULAC (League
of United Latin American Citizens) and the SACNAS
(Society for Advancement of Chicanos and Native
Americans in Science) Community Outreach Day.
Overall, the UT Scholar Chapter has reached over 300
student this year as a result of their sustained efforts.
Career Nights at USC, UC San Diego,
the University of Arizona and the University of
Washington Bring the Year to a Close
Over the past three weeks, Scholar Chapters at USC,
UC San Diego, the University of Arizona and the
University of Washington hosted Career Nights
featuring a wide range of Latino/a professionals, HSF
donors and HSF Alumni. Participating companies include
Goldman Sachs, Coca-Cola, Nissan and
Lagrant Communications. The presence of HSF Alumni
at these events also added the unique experience of
meeting professionals that have benefited from HSF
scholarships throughout its 30-year history. The Alums
present represented fields such as education, human
resources and civil engineering. Throughout the year,
Scholar Chapters all across the nation have hosted
programs focused on planning and learning more about
different career options. These opportunities are
consistently one of the most beneficial and popular
overall experiences for Scholar Chapter members.
HSF Scholar Chapter Photo Album
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Scholarship, Fellowship and Internship Opportunities |
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Scholarships for Minority Accounting Students
This scholarship program provides awards to
outstanding minority students to encourage their
selection of accounting as a major and their ultimate
entry into the profession. These awards are funded by
the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
(AICPA) Foundation from monies contributed by the
AICPA, its members, public accounting firms, and
others. The program has been in existence for more
than 20 years and has awarded more than $6 million in
scholarships. (Deadline: June 1, 2005)
Amount: Up to $5,000
Eligibility: Undergraduate Students Must
Be: A declared accounting major with an overall and
accounting grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.3
on a four point scale. A minority student who has
satisfactorily completed at least 30 semester hours, or
45 quarter hours, equivalent college work including at
least six (6) semester hours in accounting. Enrolled as
a full-time undergraduate student (12 semester hours
or equivalent) unless you are completing your final
semester of study, at a four-year or upper division
institution. Students who will be attending a four-year
school for the first time must include an acceptance
letter from the school.
Graduate Students Must Be: A minority student who is
enrolled in the final year of a five-year accounting
program or an undergraduate accounting major who is
presently accepted or enrolled in a master-level
accounting; business administration, finance or taxation
program, or who had any undergraduate major and is
presently accepted in a master-level accounting
program. Enrolled as a full-time graduate student (nine
semester hours or equivalent), unless you are
completing your final semester of study.
National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)
Scholarships
The National Society of Hispanic MBAs (NSHMBA)
provides financial assistance to outstanding Hispanics
pursuing a master's in business administration. For the
past 14 years they have been offering scholarships to
those who want to continue their education and
graduate with an MBA. (Deadline: June 1, 2005)
Amount: Ranging from $2,500 to
$5,000. Up to 200 awards granted each year.
Eligibility: Must be of Hispanic
background - one parent Hispanic or both parents half
Hispanic; U.S. Citizenship or Legal Permanent
Residency; Enrolled in an MBA Program at an accredited
college/university for Fall 2005; GPA - 3.0 or above;
NSHMBA membership required.
Procter & Gamble Marketing
Graduate Summer Camp Program
Six-day (July 24-July 29, 2005 in Cincinnati, Ohio),
action-packed look at Marketing opportunities at
Procter & Gamble designed for students entering MBA
programs in the Fall. Preview the key roles you could
play in Marketing at P&G after completing your MBA.
Through interacting with key Procter&Gamble
executives at various levels, as well as with recent
MBA graduates who work for the company, you will:
Get a total perspective of the minority career
opportunities at P&G; Learn how to get the most out of
your MBA experience; Have the chance to speak
candidly with managers on the "ins and outs" of
Business School and "Corporate America."; and
interview for summer 2006 Internship positions in
Marketing at P&G. (Deadline: June 10, 2005;
Position #MKT00000788)
Amount: Students chosen to
participate in Summer Camp will have all travel and
lodging expenses covered by P&G.
Eligibility: Candidates must be a U.S.
citizen or national, refugee, asylee or lawful permanent
resident.
Career Program for Sophomores at
Procter & Gamble
One week workshop (July 31st to August 5th) focused
on providing a "hands on" experience in applying Market
Research (CMK) to influence business strategy at
Procter & Gamble. Program benefits include: work as a
business team member to impact P&G brands; learn
how to uncover consumer marketing insights;
opportunity to interact with other top students from
across the country; potential advancement to
internship and career opportunities at P&G.
(Deadline: Open; Position #CMK00000162)
Amount: One week duration -- All
expenses paid.
Eligibility: BBA, BA and BS -- Class of
2007 graduates only. Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen
or national, permanent resident, refugee or asylee, or
temporary resident under the legalization program of
the 1986 Immigration Act.
HSF/General Motors Scholarship Program
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) and General
Motors (GM) have partnered to provide financial
resources to assist outstanding Latinos pursuing
degrees in Engineering and Business. (Deadline:
June 30, 2005)
Amount: $2,500
Eligibility: Be of Hispanic heritage
Be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident with a
permanent resident card or passport stamped I-551
(not expired); Be enrolled full-time in a degree-seeking
program at a four-year U.S. accredited college or
university in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or U.S. Virgin
Islands for the upcoming academic year (enrollment is
verified in the Fall); Have a minimum cumulative grade
point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or the
equivalent); Be majoring in Engineering or Business
Must complete the GM Online Assessment (will be
provided to selected applicants).
NASA Space Grant Program 2005-2006
Undergraduate Research Internships
The UA/NASA Space Grant Program will hire
undergraduate (sophomores-seniors) research interns
for the 2005-2006 academic year for a mentored
research, research & development, science writing,
science policy, or science education experience. Fields
of inquiry include exploration, earth observations and
our changing environment, information sciences,
aeronautics, biological and physical research (humans
in space), space operations, science education,
journalism and policy. Successful applicants will work
alongside upper-level graduate students, faculty, and
practicing scientists, mathematicians, engineers and
even professional journalists. (Deadline: June 30,
2005)
Amount: 10-20 hours per week for
$7.50/hour
Eligibility: For a complete list of which
institutions by state are members of the Space Grant
network, consult the Space Grant homepage and visit
the Space Grant national map. Click on the state of
interest to visit their website. Interested applicants
should inquire at the state level, as awardees must be
enrolled at the institution that will disburse the funds.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational
Fund (MALDEF) List of Scholarships for ALL Students
(Regardless of Immigration Status)
This list of scholarships covers a variety of interest
areas and student populations. They do not require a
social security number, legal residency, or citizenship in
order to apply. As a general rule, if an application asks
for your social security number and you do not have
one yet, leave that space blank but still fill out and
turn in the application. Contact each scholarship
provider for applications and details about updated
requirements and deadlines. (Note: You must have
Acrobat Reader on your computer to download the list)
ASPIRA's Searchable Database
Check out the the left side menu on this website to
access this search engine for a wealth of information
about scholarships, fellowships, internships and
financial aid at no cost to the user.
Scholarships for Hispanics
also maintains an online database
here.
Don't forget to stay up-to-date on all upcoming
HSF
Scholarships by visiting the HSF
website...here.
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Leadership In Focus: Being a Scholar Chapter Coordinator |
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I decided to become a Scholar Chapter Coordinator
because HSF offered a different perspective with
respect to leadership opportunities within our campus. I
was impressed with the idea of being a part of a
nationwide program whose sole purpose is truly
dedicated to reaching and maintaining a level of
success amongst Latin college students. But I was
even more impressed to know that HSF wasn't
ethnocentric ... it welcomed other cultures to
participate and benefit from its programming. After all,
as young professionals entering the workforce, we all
must learn to integrate and fuse together. It was more
than just another Greek, cultural or service
organization - HSF meant professional activism.
What I enjoy most about being a Coordinator is being
able to collaborate with other students who share the
same dedication to working on the UF campus. I enjoy
the freedom allowed in planning activities and the
freedom to create a program that caters to this
campus. If nothing else, I enjoy the feeling of walking
away from an activity knowing that at least one person
benefited from it.
I would tell anyone who is interested in becoming a
Coordinator that if you have a knack for brainstorming
and executing, if you'd rather be in front of rather than
behind the scenes, if you enjoy working with other
motivated students, and if you have the dedication to
contribute more to your campus, then becoming a
Coordinator is definitely right for you!
The position of being a Coordinator is not an easy task.
It takes hard work, tenacity, motivation and most of
all - patience. However, I believe this experience like all
others in life, is what you make of it. You will receive
from it as much as you put into it. In the end, you walk
away with more gained than more drained! You will
definitely learn more about yourself; strengths and
weaknesses combined.
>From my experience this past year, I've learned the
meaning of what it is to really work together. I've
learned to appreciate everyone who worked with me
and contributed to all of the programming that took
place on our campus whether successful or not. I've
learned to work with people's strengths and learned to
deal with their weaknesses as well as my own. I
learned that failure exists only in the eye of the
beholder; it exists only if you're unable to identify,
resolve and in the end, learn from the problem.
Christian Amador has just completed his third year at
the University of Florida, majoring in Microbiology and
Cell Science. He will be returning for a second year as
the Student Coordinator for the UF Scholar Chapter in
the Fall 2005.
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Alumni Spotlight: 2005 Alumni Hall of Fame |
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The Hispanic Scholarship Fund is currently seeking
nominations for the 2005 Hispanic Scholarship Fund
Alumni Hall of Fame. Now in its third year, the HSF
Alumni Hall of Fame event aims to inspire future
generations of Latino college graduates by honoring
five Latinos whose incredible stories, accomplishments,
contributions and lifetime challenges demonstrate the
power of higher education and mentorship and
personify the mission and values of HSF. HSF will select
four outstanding HSF alumni, who have received an
HSF scholarship in the past, and one individual who,
while not a former HSF Scholar, has earned a college
degree, excels in their career and community, and is a
positive role model for Latino students. The inductees
are selected in five categories:
The Optimista (the optimist), for success
achieved through persistence in the face of adversity.
The Altruista (the humanitarian), for
personifying the spirit of gratitude and the value of
giving back.
The Triunfador (the victor), for realizing the
ultimate professional achievement and for "raising the
bar".
The Inspirador (the motivator), for personifying
the hard work and sacrifice made by Latino families in
pursuit of a college education.
The Brillante (the rising star), for personifying
limitless potential.
The inductees will be honored at a gala event in
Washington, D.C. on Oct. 5, 2005. To nominate
yourself or any HSF Alumni you know whose stories,
accomplishments and involvement have impressed you,
submit an
online nomination form. The deadline for
nominations is June 1, 2005.
HSF Alumni Hall of Fame »
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Contact Information |
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Student
Coordinators
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California State University, Bakersfield |
amejia3@runner.csub.edu |
California State University, Fresno |
ccano@csufresno.edu |
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California State University, Fullerton |
titanbaby84@yahoo.com | |
Columbia University |
pag2014@columbia.edu | |
Harvard University |
rflores@fas.harvard.edu or
cvelazq@fas.harvard.edu | |
New York University |
rt502@nyu.edu | |
Stanford University |
ph7@stanford.edu | |
Texas A&M University |
nescaname@tamu.edu | |
University of Arizona |
alv1@email.arizona.edu | |
University of
California, Berkeley |
rleal@berkeley.edu |
University of California,
Los
Angeles |
vmlopez@ucla.edu | |
University of California, San Diego |
hsfucsd@yahoo.com | |
University of Chicago |
nallely@uchicago.edu | |
University of Florida |
cma02@ufl.edu | |
University of Miami |
Riddle555@aol.com | |
University of New Mexico |
rjrvelazquez@juno.com | |
University of Southern California |
cesargon@usc.edu | |
University of Texas, Austin |
Cindy.Lone@bba01.mccombs.utexas.edu |
University of Washington |
carbajal@u.washington.edu | |
Yale University |
jorge.solis@yale.edu |
The Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) is the
nation's leading organization supporting Hispanic higher
education. Its mission is to double the rate of
Hispanics earning college degrees to 18 percent by
2010. The HSF Scholar Chapter Network is
committed to helping students achieve their full
potential and contribute meaningfully to all the
communities they touch. HSF Scholar Chapters
promote academic success and professional preparation
among Latinos by engaging students in academic,
leadership, and professional opportunities. Scholar
Chapters are open to all students on campus and are
geared toward the needs of Latino/a
students.
Learn More About Community & Scholar Relations at HSF »
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